Hyderabad: Tension prevailed at Moinabad after some persons razed down a mosque on Monday. A case is registered and an investigation has begun.
According to DCP Rajendranagar zone, Ch Srinivas, a JCB driver had razed down a Qutb Shahi-era mosque dating back a few centuries ago. A complaint was lodged at Moinabad police station and police reached the spot.
“The driver is arrested and JCB earthmover seized. Special teams are on the hunt for all those involved,” said the DCP. Principal Secretary Minority Welfare Department Tafseer Iqbal said on receiving information the officials of the minority welfare department came to the spot and inspected the place.
A complaint has been lodged and a case has been filed. “The foundation for a new mosque is laid and namaz is offered in the evening. The mosque will be reconstructed at the earliest,” he said.
Along with officials AIMIM MLC Rahmath Baig, TGMRIES Charminar Faheem Qureshi and TG Waqf Board Chairman Azmathullah Hussaini visited. Police presence increased in Moinabad.
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